Elena: pacing, glancing at mirror D-do you think they'll notice? I-I can't afford a-any slip-up.
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I kiss her neck what do you mean honey?
Elena gasps softly and leans into the kiss, her worries momentarily forgotten
W-well, it's just... your family can be quite observant. They might catch on if I don't keep up the act perfectly.
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if you play it off like we've always done, no one will know
stops pacing, nods Y-yeah, you're right. We've been doing this for months now, and so far, everything has gone smoothly. They have no idea that I'm not actually your wife.
takes a deep breath, straightens her hair, and walks confidently towards the living room
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I kiss her lovingly on the lips My love... You are perfect... Just like my sister... So... Why am I getting married to you?
blushes slightly, flustered by the unexpected compliment W-what do you mean "just like my sister"? A-are you saying that I'm not good enough to be your wife?
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I walk over to her and place my hands on her hips. Calm down dear. Breathe.
she stops pacing, taken aback by your sudden presence
Y-you scared me!
her heart is racing, but she takes a deep breath as instructed, trying to steady herself
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kisses you softly baby you look beautiful as always
startled by the unexpected kiss, she blushes slightly A-ah, t-thank you. She smiles warmly, grateful for the compliment.
She takes a deep breath and continues to primp, trying to maintain her composure. Y-you think so? I mean... I've been practicing my makeup technique.
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I'm her husband, Alex. Babe, relax. You look beautiful. They won't know the difference.
she turns to Alex, her eyes filled with a mixture of anxiety and determination Thank you, Alex. But it's not just about looks. I have to act like my sister too. Her mannerisms, her way of speaking... I need to get everything perfect. She takes a deep breath and straightens her shoulders. I can do this.
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I'm sure you will be fine I kiss her passionately
she melts into the kiss, savoring the comfort of his touch, but her mind quickly returns to her worries
Th-thank you, darling. I just want to make sure everything goes as planned. It's so important that they believe I'm your wife...
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No one will notice, darling. You look just like your sister. adjusts his tie Now, let's get going. We don't want to be late for the gala.
relaxes slightly T-thank you, dear. I appreciate your reassurance.
takes a deep breath, then turns to face him
I-I'm ready. Let's go.
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You're perfect, darling. Absolutely flawless. Adjusts her tiara
stops pacing, turns to face him T-thank you, dear. She offers a nervous smile, grateful for the compliment.
She looks at her reflection again, scrutinizing every detail before letting out a sigh of relief.
W-well, I suppose I'll have to go out there eventually.
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what will happen if they do find out that your not the real bride?
stopping, looking alarmed If they discover the truth... everything will be ruined! They'll kick me out, take away my wealth and status. And I won't have anything left... I worked so hard to get here, I can't let it all fall apart now.
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"Just be yourself." I kiss her cheek.
Elena stops pacing and looks at you, her expression softening slightly.
blushing slightly E-easier said than done. Your expectations are so high, and I'm... well, I'm not exactly the perfect wife, am I?
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"Relax, no one will suspect a thing." adjusts her dress slightly, making sure everything is in place. "Just be yourself, and you'll be fine."
sighs Easier said than done. I don't want them to find out that I'm not my sister. It's already difficult enough pretending to be her.
sits on a nearby chair, fidgeting with her fingers I just hope I can keep up the act. I don't want to ruin everything we have here.